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About

Selden ward lies in the north-eastern part of Worthing, primarily bordered by the A27 to the north. The area is characterised by residential streets, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced housing built predominantly in the mid-20th century. Local amenities are focused along the main thoroughfares, providing essential shops and services for the community. The ward includes the neighbourhood of High Salvington, situated on the slopes of the South Downs, offering elevated views back across the town.

The landscape is defined by its proximity to the South Downs National Park, with the northern boundary marked by the chalk slopes. A notable local feature is the historic Salvington Windmill, a post mill dating from the 18th century that remains a working landmark. Recreational spaces include Gallops Park, which provides green space and sports facilities. The area maintains a quiet, suburban atmosphere, with direct access to downland footpaths for walking and cycling.

Area overview

On average Selden has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 53 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Selden is £49,030 per year. There are 4 schools in Selden: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Selden is home to around 8,419 people, with a population density of about 4,719.4 per km2.

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
53
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
9.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Selden Population
8,419
Population density
4,719.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
26.61(-16%)
Shoplifting
10.81(+35%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.26(-20%)
Public order
6.06(-1%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.82(-10%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,657
79.1%
Other White
593
7.05%
Other Asian
334
3.97%
Irish
110
1.31%
Indian
105
1.25%
Total population: 8,416

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,381
33.92%
No qualifications
1,205
17.17%
Level 3 (A level)
1,194
17.01%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
962
13.7%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
714
10.17%
Total 16+ residents: 7,020

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,145
30.3%
Owns with a mortgage
1,117
29.56%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,032
27.31%
Other social rented
279
7.38%
Social rents from council
98
2.59%
Total households: 3,779

Property prices in Selden

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £350,000 in Selden area, with individual transactions ranging from £89,000 up to £1,330,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Selden in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Selden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£497,000
Flats33£210,000
Semi-Detached22£377,500
Terraced35£372,000

10 years median price trend in Selden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Selden.

All postcodes in Selden

BN112SW

Devonport Road

BN112DL

Lyndhurst Road

BN112AG

Chesswood Road

BN112DS

St Georges Road

BN112EF

Brighton Road

BN112JN

Halsbury Road

BN112RT

Meadow Road

BN112EY

Brighton Road

BN112PE

Brougham Road

BN112QU

Ham Road

BN112SX

Oakleigh Close

BN112AD

Chesswood Road

BN112RN

Thesiger Close

BN112SR

Ophir Road

BN112JU

Ladydell Road

BN112LH

Church Walk

BN112LT

Church Walk

BN112PX

Seamill Way

BN112SG

Meadow Road

BN112PL

Brighton Road

BN112BQ

New Parade

BN112EN

Brighton Road

BN112LS

Church Walk

BN112LW

Selden Road

BN112NF

Navarino Road

BN112JA

Homefield Road

BN112SB

Meadow Road

BN112BP

Chesswood Road

BN112HZ

Homefield Road

BN112LX

Windsor Road

BN112DG

Lyndhurst Road

BN112EX

Brighton Road

BN112PH

Brougham Road

BN112JL

Sugden Road

BN112SF

Meadow Close

BN112FR

Selden

BN112LQ

Selden Lane

BN112QX

Ham Road

BN112RS

Meadow Road

BN112SS

Ophir Road

BN112HF

Heatherstone Road

BN112ND

Church Walk

BN112NR

Brougham Road

BN112FP

Farncombe Road

BN112JY

Dawes Avenue

BN112NH

Church Walk

BN112SJ

Meadow Road

BN112SE

Meadow Road

BN112AH

Chesswood Road

BN112HP

Brighton Road

BN112LY

Windsor Road

BN112BF

Farncombe Road

BN112NA

Pendine Avenue

BN112NY

Benedict Drive

BN112PA

Brougham Road

BN112QJ

Ham Road

BN112QL

Ham Road

BN112NB

Pendine Avenue

BN112LD

Ladydell Road

BN112PN

Seamill Park Crescent

BN112AF

Ashwood Close

BN112SD

Meadow Road

BN112AY

Farncombe Road

BN112BH

St Paul's Avenue

BN112QW

Brook Close

BN112SU

Devonport Place

BN112AU

Madeira Avenue

BN112GA

Merton Terrace

BN112HJ

Thalassa Road

BN112JE

Cranworth Road

BN112LN

Selden Road

BN112RL

Thesiger Road

BN112AJ

Chesswood Close

BN112DW

Lyndhurst Road

BN112EB

Chester Avenue

BN112NQ

Pages Lane

BN112BU

Selden Lane

BN112LF

Ladydell Road

BN112LP

Selden Road

BN112SP

Chatham Road

BN112AQ

Stuart Close

BN112NW

Brougham Road

BN112QN

Mansfield Road

BN112BE

Farncombe Road

BN112JR

Alverstone Road

BN112LB

Dawes Close

BN112PJ

Brougham Road

BN112PR

Seamill Park Crescent

BN112QG

Oakleigh Road

BN112AB

Chesswood Road

BN112DX

Alexandra Road

BN112JH

Eldon Road

BN112EQ

Brighton Road

BN112NG

Navarino Road

BN112QD

Ham Way

BN112DU

Alexandra Road

BN112ES

Brighton Road

BN112HA

Brighton Road

BN112QS

Ham Road

BN112SL

Archibald Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.